Nurse Practitioner

Position #: 165235

Expected Start Date: TBD

Union: SUN

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department

CDM - IBD&Rheum Specialty Clinic

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band

Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description

The Primary Health Nurse Practitioner RN(NP) is an advanced practice nurse with knowledge and skills gained through additional education and experience. The Nurse Practitioner blends an in-depth knowledge of nursing with the legal authority and autonomy to order diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform specific procedures in the management and treatment of common acute illnesses and stable chronic conditions. The RN(NP) practices within a framework of evidence-based primary care, holism, health promotion, and disease and injury prevention. The practice involves building partnerships with individuals, families, and communities. This includes community needs assessments; supporting inter-professional collaboration; and participating in continuous improvements through evaluative processes/projects.

Human Resources Exemption: No

• Experience
• Experience as RN (NP) in a Primary Health Care setting preferred.
• Two (2) years advanced RN (NP) in applicable area
• Previous experience in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
• Three (3) years full-time experience as a Registered Nurse

• Education
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

• Licenses
• Valid Class 5 driver's license

• Memberships
• College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)

• Other Education and Training
• Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)

• Competencies
• Teaching skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Research skills
• Advanced - Time management skills
• Organizational skills
• Facilitation skills
• Advanced - Leadership skills
• Advanced - Decision making skills
• Project management skills

• Knowledge and Abilities
• Ability to communicate with clients from diverse social backgrounds
• Ability to apply research to nursing practice
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

• Other Information
• Travel within the region and provincially
• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex

certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

> We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone.

> We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce.

> We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

> We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note

Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.